Browsing by Subject "Cosmetics"
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Assessment of multidrug resistant bacterial load in cosmetics bought from local markets of Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2022-02)A total of 27 brands of commercially available lipsticks, powders and creams were collected from different parts of Dhaka, in order to test their level of contamination. Organisms were detected from 85.2% of the cosmetic ... -
Cosmetics and skin cancer: a review of risks, prevention and treatment
(BRAC University, 2021-06)Skin cancer, including Non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) and melanoma, constitutes a real global health challenge. This review paper discusses epidemiological aspects of skin cancer, its risk factors, pathophysiology, and ... -
Detection of multidrug-resistant bacteria in the eye and face makeup cosmetics collected from local markets of Dhaka
(Brac University, 2024-02)The study aimed to determine the level of contamination and evaluate the multidrug resistance of the bacteria isolated from cosmetic products commonly used by women in Dhaka city. A total of 102 samples from locally ... -
Determination of Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of various commonly used sunblock cosmetics
(BRAC Univeristy, 2018-01)Solar radiations especially UV-A and UV-B are responsible for developing skin cancer and sun burn respectively. To prevent the occurrence of such harmful effects, various sunblock products principally sunscreens are used. ...
